STEM Campus Counselor - Elementary

• Position Type:
  Student Support Services/Counselor
• Location:
  Bowie Elementary
• Date Available:
  08/10/2026

The primary purpose of the STEM elementary counselor is to work with school faculty, staff, students, parents, and the community to plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program that aligns with the campus STEM mission. Counsel students to fully develop their academic, career, personal, and social abilities—with a focus on collaboration and resilience—while addressing the needs of special populations.

• Master’s degree in counseling
• Valid Texas counseling certificate

• Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Contributes to a culture, climate, and environment that values collaboration
• Ability to build partnerships with local businesses and organizations to provide real-world experiences
• Ability to tell the AISD stories of inspiration, success, and opportunities
• Demonstrate a belief that all students can achieve high levels of rigor
• Ability to interpret data
• Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a dynamic educational environment

• Two years counseling experience

• Teach campus developmental guidance curriculum consistent with district’s guidance program plan and tailored to campus needs.
• Assist teachers in the teaching of guidance-related curriculum.
• Guide individuals and groups of students to develop education plans and career awareness.

• Counsel individual students and small groups with presenting needs and concerns.

• Consult parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant people to enhance their work with students.
• Work with school and community personnel to bring together resources for students.
• Maintain a communication system that effectively collects and disseminates information to other professionals as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with other school professionals and representatives of community resources.
• Use an effective referral process to assist students and others to use special programs and services.

• Assist in planning and evaluation of campus testing program.
• Interpret tests and other appraisal results appropriately and communicate to school personnel, students, and their parents.
• Maintain the confidentiality of student assessment

• Plan school guidance and counseling programs to ensure that they meet identified needs, priorities, and program objectives.
• Implement a comprehensive and balanced program.
• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the guidance program and individual activities and make changes based on findings.
• Educate the school staff, parents, and community about the guidance program through a public information program.
• Compile, maintain, and file all required physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents.

• Adhere to ethical and legal standards and model behavior that is professional, and responsible.
• Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignment.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and board policy in guidance and counseling area.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.
• Attend trainings to enhance STEM education.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills
• Attend and participate in meetings and committees as required

• Adjust to meet the evolving demands of STEM education
• Contribute to a culture, climate, and environment that values collaboration
• Willing to try different approaches and model risk-taking for staff
• Identify and cultivate relationships with local businesses, universities, and industry experts to build a network of partners for Project-Based Learning (PBL)
• Coordinate with community partners to serve as mentors, guest speakers, or judges for campus events/showcases
• Facilitate the involvement of community organizations in campus events (e.g., Family STEM Nights) to help families connect real-world industry skills to their child's education.
• Serve as a bridge between the school and community resources to secure materials or expertise needed for inquiry-based learning projects.

• Students
• Direct the work of teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals, clerical personnel and others as assigned.

• Tools and Equipment:
  Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals, Promethean panel, standard instructional equipment, copier, printer, phone
• Software:
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